In the other US target of regime change, Cuba, I saw real hardship – and resilience | Sara Kozameh
The Bottom Line
President Trump's executive order on Cuba, including tariffs on petroleum, is causing severe hardship.
President Trump issued an executive order on January 29, 2026, declaring a national emergency against Cuba and threatening tariffs to block petroleum shipments. This action, described by the author as an "evident bid for regime change," has severely exacerbated an ongoing crisis in Cuba. The author reports witnessing significant hardship and resilience on the island, comparing the current situation to the "Special Period" following the fall of the USSR. Some U.S. lawmakers, including Senators Markey and Warren, have reportedly demanded an end to these sanctions. The long-term humanitarian and political consequences of these measures remain a critical concern.
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President Trump issued an executive order on January 29, 2026, declaring a national emergency against Cuba and threatening tariffs. U.S. lawmakers, including Senators Markey and Warren, have reportedly demanded an end to these sanctions, indicating legislative opposition. Citizens can contact their elected officials to express their views on U.S. policy toward Cuba and support humanitarian organizations working in the region.
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